Amplo VC

Amplo VC is a global venture capital firm dedicated to backing entrepreneurs who build ambitious, impactful companies across various sectors disrupted by technology. Founded in 2017 by Sheel Tyle, the firm targets early-stage investments, primarily seed and Series A rounds, with a portfolio spanning software, fintech, healthcare, AI, and more. Amplo emphasizes supporting founders under 40 solving real-world problems through innovative technology, maintaining a global outlook with investments in regions including North America, India, Africa, and Europe. The firm has made 61 investments, leading 7, with deal sizes typically ranging from $10-50 million, and has backed 5 unicorns. Sheel Tyle established Amplo to champion daring entrepreneurs creating massive companies that matter, drawing from his experience in venture investing. The firm's mission underscores a belief in technology's transformative power across every sector and the rewards for founders pursuing significant scale. Amplo's investment strategy favors startups aged 2-3 years at the time of funding, often co-investing with prominent players like Spark Capital and Pear Ventures. Peak activity occurred in 2021, reflecting a focus on high-growth opportunities in software (19 investments), fintech (12), financial services (12), and machine learning (8). Notable portfolio companies include Robinhood, the Amazon for financial services; Andela, advancing human potential in Africa's software development; Parsley Health, reinventing primary care; Mark43, modernizing public safety software; and TravelPerk, a fast-growing business travel platform. Other highlights encompass WizeHire, which raised Series A funding co-led by Amplo, and recent deals like ElectronX in seed funding. These investments demonstrate Amplo's track record in fostering unicorns and decacorns while driving exits, albeit at a slightly lower rate than peers. The team features a distinguished lineup, including Partner Sam Garcia; Board Partners such as former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard AC, former New Zealand Prime Minister John Key, Global Fund Executive Director Peter Sands, author Alec Ross, Nobel laureate Leymah Gbowee; Brand Partner Whitney Wolfe Herd of Bumble; and Venture Partners like Lightyear CEO Dennis Thankachan. This 'A-Team' brings unparalleled expertise in policy, global health, technology, and entrepreneurship, enabling Amplo to provide strategic guidance to portfolio companies worldwide.